Dell Latitude CP, Справочное и ремонтное руководство

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Preface
A
bout This Guide
This guide is intended for anyone who uses the Dell
Latitude CP portable computer. It can be used by both
first-time and experienced computer users who want to
learn about the features of the computer. This guide also
provides basic troubleshooting procedures and instruc-
tions for using the Dell Diagnostics to test your computer
and its components.
Summaries of the chapters and appendixes of this guide
follow:
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Chapter 1, “Introduction,” gives an overview of the
computer features and a list of available upgrades.
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Chapter 2, “Customizing System Features,”
describes how to use the System Setup program to
change system settings, such as those that control the
computer’s power conservation features.
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Chapter 3, “Troubleshooting Your Computer,” pro-
vides some initial checks and procedures you can use
to solve basic computer problems and some general
guidelines on analyzing software problems. This
chapter also discusses messages and beep codes.
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Chapter 4, “Running the Dell Diagnostics,”
describes how to check the computer’s hardware and
use the Dell Diagnostics to isolate component
problems.
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Chapter 5, “Getting Help,” describes the help tools
Dell provides to assist you if you have a problem
with the computer. It also explains how and when to
call Dell for technical assistance.
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Appendix A, “Technical Specifications,” is intended
primarily as reference material if you are interested
in learning more about the details of your computer.
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Appendix B, “Diagnostic Video Tests,” provides
samples of screens displayed when the Video test
group of the Dell Diagnostics is run. These screens
help you check a particular video function or group
of functions on the built-in display or an external
monitor.
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Appendix C, “Regulatory Notices,” is for users who
are interested in which regulatory agencies have
tested and approved the Dell Latitude CP portable
computer.
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Appendix D, “Warranties and Return Policy,”
describes the warranty and return policy for the Dell
computer.
W
arranty and Return Policy
Information
Dell Computer Corporation (“Dell”) manufactures its
hardware products from parts and components that are
new or equivalent to new in accordance with industry-
standard practices.
For information about the Dell warranty and return pol-
icy, see Appendix D, “Warranties and Return Policy.”